Quote by William Shakespeare

Modest doubt is call'd the beacon of the wise.

Modest doubt is call'd the beacon of the wise.

Summary

This quote suggests that having a sense of modest doubt is a characteristic of intelligent individuals. Instead of being overly confident or arrogant in their knowledge, wise people embrace a humble skepticism. They recognize that there is always more to learn and question their own beliefs and assumptions. The concept of a "beacon" implies that this humble uncertainty acts as a guiding light, leading the wise towards new knowledge and understanding. By acknowledging the limitations of one's own knowledge, one can remain open-minded and continuously seek truth and wisdom.

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Wisdom Life Knowledge Philosophy Doubt Scepticism Thinking

By William Shakespeare

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